The party season is upon us and those advent calendars are beginning to empty.
So, we’ve rounded up five of the best festive locations across the capital, that will keep your inner Scrooge at bay.
Winter Wonderland
An annual affair that needs no introduction, Winter Wonderland (pictured) takes over Hyde Park every December transforming into a bustling theme-park/market dedicated to the holiday season. Be warned, this festive tourist hot-spot can get busy and pricey.
Nearest tube stations: Marble Arch, Green Park, Hyde Park Corner.
Gingerbread Winter Cabin
Make your way to Camden’s York & Albany Pub where they have set up toasty Gingerbread cabins. Make sure to book a cabin in advance so you can snuggle up with blankets and sip on a Gingerbread cocktail or Gingerbread Afternoon Tea.
Nearest tube stations: Camden Town, Mornington Crescent stations.
Somerset House
Get your skates on and hit Somerset House’s beautiful seasonal ice rink. Grab an Après-skate luxury Hot Chocolate or Mulled Wine at Fortnum and Mason’s pop up Lodge afterwards. Book your tickets here.
Nearest tube stations: Temple, Covent Garden, Charing Cross, Embankment.
Vauxhall Winter Village
Head south of the river to Vauxhall’s pop-up winter village. The attraction is modeled after a ski village, with a variety of hot and cold drinks on offer from all around the world. What’s more, entry is free!
Book one of our heated booths to enjoy Lunch, Dinner and Drinks. Email anton@firelondon.net for more details 🙂 pic.twitter.com/xM2rdCImOZ
— Vauxhall Winter Vil (@SW8WinterVil) November 26, 2016
Nearest tube station: Vauxhall.
The Lodge Stockwell
Another Après-ski themed location, this four-month pop up location brings the Alps to Clapham. Expect fur covered seats, warm beverages and indulgent fondue. Closed on Mondays.
The day has come and we are open for the winter season!! If you love food come check us out and see what we’re all about! #wedofondue pic.twitter.com/Sl4Lva5ECr
— The Lodge Clapham (@thelodgeclapham) October 21, 2016
Nearest tube station: Clapham North or Clapham High Street Overground.